Tackling issues of social injustice, identity, and gender fluidity and showcasing American independence - can that really be done through an outfit? This year’s Met Gala was in all of our fashion obsessed diaries, snacking and hibernating waiting for the outfits to appear on our socials.

There were definitely some statements made on the carpet, some outfits that definitely sparked interest and conversations.

Cara Delevingne in Dior 

AOC with Aurora James, in Brother Vellies. 

Kim Kardashian West  in  Balenciaga 

Kim’s all black gown that had everyone talking, except Kim, where this gave her anonymity yet recognisable by her features and physique outlined in the outfit, and gave people their own views and outlooks on the outfit. 

This year’s theme of American Independence was a chance for a lot of attendees to play with ideas and be more self-reflective on the theme.

Some people went for more of a classic style representing the colours of the American flag - red, white and blue. And others expressed their style way beyond this, let’s take a look at some of the stars that shone at the Met Gala.

Addison Rae in vintage Tom Ford for Gucci
Ladies and Gentlemen, her. Addison looks incredible in this rich red corset gown with sleek blonde hair, a very classic and elegant look and one that she definitely showed up in. 

Michaela Coel in Balenciaga

Such a beautiful embodiment and stunning colour, this outfit fits Michaela like a glove.

Billie Eilish in Oscar De La Renta
Similar to the iconic Marilyn Monroe, this outfit speaks so much Hollywood glamour and is such a different look for Billie but she pulls it off incredibly. 

Troye Sivan in Altu and Rick Owens
Troye definitely understood the assignment of a classic LBD, and looks phenomenal.

Megan Fox in Peter Dundas

Megan Thee Stallion in Coach
Both Megan’s looked phenomenal and brought a touch of Hollywood glamour to the carpet.

There was also a lot of sparkle, sequins and gems on this year’s carpet, these are just some of our  favourites that brought the shine to the event. 

Kehlani in Aliette
She shone as always in this beautiful silver two piece suit, and the complimenting hairstyle with it, she is everything. 

Kendall Jenner in Matthew Williams’ Givenchy
Such a vision and another iconic Kardashian moment.

Emma Chamberlain in Louis Vuitton

The Met is also bringing in a younger millennial audience and we are here for it. Emma looks absolutely stunning in this dress. Emma’s consistent collaborations and work with Louis Vuitton has led her to this incredible and iconic moment. 

To conclude, the millennial generation absolutely shone and showed up this year at the Met, the outfit of conversation has to be Kim’s, it being very thought provoking and actually really resonant to the theme.  

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Written By Izzy Davies